Construction Champions Podcast

Most contractors spend their lives building America but never build financial freedom.In this episode of Construction Champions, host Ron Nussbaum sits down with Ron Beckner Navy veteran, third-generation pipefitter, and financial advisor, to expose the hard truths about money in construction that no one teaches you.If you’ve ever thought buying a $150K truck is a tax strategy… this episode is for you.What You’ll Learn:The top 5 fi...

In this episode of Construction Champions, we’re joined by Nicolas Breedlove, founder of PlaygroundEquipment.com, to dive into how his company scales nationally while keeping one thing non-negotiable: no callbacks.From schools and parks to general contractors and cities PlaygroundEquipment.com serves clients across the country. And they’ve built systems that make sure every job gets done right the first time.✅ Why callbacks kill sc...

Want to stop losing deals at the pricing conversation?In this episode of Construction Champions, host Ron Nussbaum talks with Christopher Scoville, Founder & CEO of IMPROVIFI, a multi-lender financing platform crafted for contractors. Chris shares how offering financing can prevent lost sales, improve approval rates, and help builders confidently close more jobs.What you'll learn:Why contractors lose once-in-a-lifetime clients ...

Struggling to find and keep the right people?In this episode of Construction Champions, host Ron Nussbaum sits down with Mike Matalone, founder of XP3 Talent, to break down why most contractors hire the wrong way… and what to do instead.With decades of experience helping businesses build top-tier teams, Mike reveals how to stop wasting time on bad hires and start building a team that actually drives your company forward.✅ Why most ...

What does it take to last 30+ years in construction and still be thriving?In this episode of Construction Champions, host Ron Nussbaum sits down with general contractor Stacie Stewart, who built her career from mortgage lending to fix-and-flips, land development, and full-scale subdivisions.Now, she’s training the next generation of builders and she’s not holding anything back.✅ Why relationships are the real secret to construction...

Most construction software isn’t built for the people who actually use it.In this episode of Construction Champions, host Ron Nussbaum sits down with Pam Duffy, mechanical engineer and founder of Powerhouse Consulting Group, to break down why technology in the construction world so often fails and what needs to change.Pam shares her journey from engineering to leadership and consulting, and how her firm helps teams choose the right...

Most construction companies waste money on marketing, but it doesn’t have to be that way.In this episode of Construction Champions, host Ron Nussbaum sits down with Paige Wiese, founder of Tree Ring Digital, to talk about how contractors can actually make marketing work.From busted SEO promises to misunderstood branding, Paige breaks down the real reasons marketing doesn’t work for most contractors and what to do differently.✅ Why ...

The SEO game is changing, fast.In this episode of Construction Champions, Ron Nussbaum sits down with Bob Clark, founder of Contractors Partner, a digital marketing agency that specializes in helping contractors rank #1, get leads, and build a brand that wins.Bob shares what’s actually happening in search today, from Google’s new AI overviews to why content and branding are more important than ever. With AI reshaping how customers ...

What happens when a Navy submarine officer becomes a general contractor… and then a business coach?In this episode of Construction Champions, host Ron Nussbaum sits down with Dave Rossberg to talk about the real battlefield in construction, not just bidding, building, or margins, but customer service.Dave shares his wild journey from nuclear subs to startup chaos to government contracting and finally to helping trades-based busines...

In the construction industry, most companies focus on tools, timelines, and tasks, but what about service?In this episode of Construction Champions, host Ron Nussbaum talks with Stephen Wiles, President of Redbox+ Dumpsters, about how exceptional customer service is the real advantage in a crowded market.From answering every call to cleaning up job sites, Stephen shares what it takes to create a standout experience — and why contra...

Kevin Hill has built and sold multiple home service businesses and now helps others lead better as a master advisor with CEO Warrior.

In this episode, he unpacks why most “accountability problems” are actually leadership problems, how ego kills your culture, and why asking about someone’s why will unlock more growth than any bonus ever could. If you’ve ever wondered why your team won’t step up or how to stop being your own bottlene...

Ann McNeill is one of the first Black female contractors in Florida and after 45 years in the game, she’s not slowing down.

In this episode, Ann breaks down the five businesses every contractor is actually running, why most of us never learn to make our money make money, and how niching down is the secret to wealth in construction. She’s built multiple companies, worked on billion-dollar programs, and still calls herself a small bu...

What if your construction business could be your legacy and your brand was the reason it lasted? Christene Marie, fourth-generation tradeswoman and founder of multiple marketing companies, joins the show to explain why most construction businesses don’t invest in branding: it’s not a money problem, it’s a self-worth problem. She breaks down how personal mindset, values, and leadership shape how a company looks, feels, and scales. T...

Monika Zasada has spent over 25 years inside the construction industry, on every side of the table.

She’s been a GC, client, and owner’s rep, and now she’s on a mission to fix the broken process behind nearly every construction project. In this episode, Monika shares how misaligned expectations, competitive bidding, and poor communication lead to chaos and how her “project curator” method turns construction nightmares into action m...

Brian Seymour, founder of Springdale Custom Builders in Charlotte, reveals how his team delivers 10/10 results by running tighter job sites, setting clearer expectations, and building a vertically integrated operation.

From keeping subs happy to handing off his first project as a PM, Brian breaks down what it really takes to scale your construction business the right way. If you’ve ever wondered how to grow without losing control, ...

Recruiting in construction doesn't have to be a never-ending battle.

Ryan Hogan, Navy veteran and serial entrepreneur, breaks down the real reason most hiring fails and what to do differently. From EOS-powered systems to poaching top talent the right way, this episode will flip your mindset on what’s possible in recruiting. Whether you’re stuck thinking “there are no good people” or you’ve been burned by bad hires, this is the ...

Leanne joins the Construction Champions Podcast to challenge the biggest myth in business: that more work equals more profit. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still stressed about money, this episode is for you.We break down the real reasons most construction businesses stay stuck in the cash-poor cycle and how to break free from it with a better mindset, cash flow clarity, and the right team around you.Li...

Joe Crisara has seen both sides of the trades, 24 years of doing it wrong, and 24 years of building wealth the right way. In this episode, Joe breaks down the brutal truth about why most contractors stay broke for decades, how they overcomplicate everything, and the simple, repeatable changes you can make to finally start winning. From sales communication to client trust, this is a masterclass in what it actually takes to succeed i...

What if the best person on your team is also the one causing the most miscommunication?

In this episode, Brent Lee, Marine Corps veteran and leadership coach, joins Ron to expose why communication is still the biggest blind spot in construction leadership. From decoding DISC assessments to building culture through values, Brent breaks down how mastering your own mindset can unlock a stronger team, happier clients, and fewer mistakes...